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Walmart’s New Better Care Digital Health Push Could Be A Game Changer For Walmart (WMT)
Earlier this month, Walmart launched Better Care Services, a digital health platform connecting customers to third-party urgent and behavioral care providers, nutrition tools, and discounted telehealth, while also expanding wellness assortments and hosting nationwide wellness events across nearly 4,600 pharmacies. At the same time, Walmart strengthened its technology focus by adding longtime tech leader Shishir Mehrotra to its board and broadening AI-powered, wellness-linked offerings that...
Coral reefs have a hidden daily rhythm scientists just discovered
Coral reefs appear to run a daily timetable for microscopic life in nearby waters. Scientists found that microbial populations above reefs rise and fall over the course of a single day, shaped by feeding, predation, and coral-driven processes. Some microbes peak during daylight, while others surge at night. These rhythms offer new clues about how reefs influence their surrounding environment.
Health advocates urge new policies as Florida session nears
Affordable healthcare is top of mind for many across the state as the debate on the national level continues to intensify. With lawmakers heading back up to Tallahassee in a matter of days, advocat…
‘Business as usual’: NH officials urge child care providers to remain calm amid funding threats
New Hampshire child care providers are being urged not to panic by state officials and lawmakers as news spreads that the Trump administration froze federal child care subsidies in five Democrat-run states earlier this week.
Flu cases surge in St. Louis, city officials issue health advisory
The City of St. Louis Department of Health issued a health advisory Thursday, reporting a significant spike in flu cases both in St. Louis and the state of Missouri.
Americans have long been skeptical of ICE. That debate just became a lot more urgent.
One day – probably very soon – college psychology and political science lectures will be based on what happened Wednesday in Minneapolis.
Obesity, M&A, Biotech Resurgence: A 2026 Guide to Health Stocks
The health-care corner of the US equity market has traditionally been viewed as defensive, thanks to steady growth and healthy dividend yields among the industry’s stalwarts. That narrative is changing.
Colts DeForest Buckner indicates he’ll return in 2026 despite neck injury
Having missed seven games in 2025 due to a neck injury that he reaggravated in a one-game return that led to surgery, DeForest Buckner has quieted the questions of whether he might retire from the NFL with one year left on his current deal with the Colts.
Michigan flu cases surge; some kids on ventilators, health officials say
The state's top health official says flu cases 'increasing exponentially' while measles and whooping cough cases remain high.
NC health officials urge vaccines amid measles and respiratory illness surge
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responding to the most recent measles cases and a spike in respiratory illnesses.
San Antonio sees surge in mental health calls after Camila Olmos' story gains attention
The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) in San Antonio has reported a significant increase in the number of calls they are receiving following the death o
Access Health CT urges residents to enroll as deadline extended
State officials are urging people to take advantage of health insurance subsidies before the enrollment period closes at the end of the month. Access Health Connecticut Executive Director James Michel also suggested people contact a broker, even if they selected a plan last year, to see if they qualify for enough help to afford a better plan. “We’re going to…
NE Wisconsin health officials, radon experts urge home testing during Radon Action Month
Counties and radon specialists are working to educate homeowners on the importance of testing and knowing your home's levels.
Kentucky health official urges ignoring federal vaccine guidance
Kentucky’s top health official is advising residents to ignore new federal vaccine recommendations and consult their doctors instead.
Health officials promote vaccination amid surging flu season
Massachusetts health officials are encouraging everyone to get a flu shot amid a surge in illnesses already linked to the deaths of at least 29 adults and four children.
Keir Starmer urged to rethink business rate reform to save pubs
Some Labour MPs are optimistic there could be further relief to protect the hospitality industry.
New US dietary guidelines urge less sugar, more protein – and make a nod to beef tallow
New US dietary guidelines released Wednesday echo past advice, but also include some nods to US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement — urging Americans to prioritize protein and whole grains and limit their consumption of ultraprocessed foods and added sugar.
‘Today’s Savannah Guthrie Reveals She Can’t Speak After Vocal Surgery
NBC host shares health update, kids' reaction, plus gift she got from Sheinelle Jones.
AI chatbots miss urgent issues in queries about women's health
AI models such as ChatGPT and Gemini fail to give adequate advice for 60 per cent of queries relating to women’s health in a test created by medical professionals
With 100+ Signatories, NJ Business Coalition Urges Lawmakers to Oppose Climate Superfund Act
The New Jersey Business Coalition, with more than 100 signatories, have urged lawmakers to oppose the Climate Superfund Act, a bill that seeks to retroactively penalize New Jersey companies tens of billions of dollars for legally providing fossil fuels that are essential to residents’ survival and prosperity. Bill S-3545 (Smith, D-17; McKeon, D-27) is slated for a vote[...]
Jollibee shares surge after the Filipino fried chicken chain says it'll list its 'higher-growth but more volatile' global business in the U.S.
Jollibee is pursuing an aggressive global expansion, as it tries to grow beyond its profitable Filipino market.
Britons spending more than ever on entertainment as subscriptions surge
Britons are spending more than ever before entertaining themselves at home with streaming and gaming services as they fork out record sums amid a slowdown in the economy.
Emergency rooms, clinics across Metro Detroit strained by flu surge, health leaders warn
Emergency rooms and community-based clinics across metro Detroit are seeing a sharp rise in flu cases, putting added pressure on local health systems and staff.
Startups to watch: Baton Rouge’s entrepreneurial surge
Put researchers, incubators and investors in the same ecosystem, and you get a region where innovation can thrive. That momentum is showing up in the number of Capital Region startups now drawing attention far beyond Louisiana. CodeGig CodeGig is a Baton Rouge software firm that leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to help industrial companies […]
NJBIA, Business Groups Urge Veto of Railroad Operations Bill
NJBIA, the New Jersey State Chamber of Commerce and the Chemistry Council of New Jersey have asked Gov. Phil Murphy to veto or not sign into law a bill
Trump urges House Republicans to win midterms to avoid third impeachment
Trump warned Republicans if they lose control of the House in the midterm elections, Democrats could impeach him again.
Advocates urge NJ lawmakers to protect transgender health care
New Jersey lawmakers have failed to pass a bill that would shield patients and providers from liability for gender-affirming care.
Flu surges in 45 states as doctor visits reach highest level in nearly 30 years
About 5,000 people have died of the flu so far this season, including 9 children, as the Trump administration pulls back on advice to get kids vaccinated.
3 children have died of the flu in Mass. as health officials track surge in cases
Three children have died of flu-related illness in recent weeks as Massachusetts health officials warn of a spike in cases early in the season.
Savannah Guthrie gives health update after taking leave of absence to undergo surgery
Savannah Guthrie is sharing a health update after taking a leave of absence from the 'Today' show to undergo vocal cord surgery.
Pima County health officials issue advisory as flu cases surge
The number of confirmed influenza cases in Pima County has doubled in the past two weeks.
Lakers, Luka Dončić push past Grizzlies behind second-half surge
The Lakers take down the Grizzlies 120-114 for the second night in three days
Surge of tourism development, progress in industry and education among business trends to watch in 2026
Tourism sector growth and several major development projects are set to define Dubuque’s business scene in 2026.
Barry Manilow gives fans positive health update following his recent cancer diagnosis
Music legend Barry Manilow reportedly recovering well from lung cancer surgery. The 82-year-old's positive hospital update follows December diagnosis.
Preview: The Avs Surge into Raleigh to Face the Hurricanes
Colorado’s back-to-back weekend of hockey begins against the Eastern Conference-leading Carolina Hurricanes tonight!
Rockets Cruise Past Nest in Wire-to-Wire Beatdown
Rockets dominated from the tip, leading wire-to-wire. Şengün's return sparked a relentless offensive surge, leaving Nets outmatched.
'It's very worrisome': Health officials urge vaccination amid North Carolina measles case
Polk County officials said 15 people are currently in quarantine related to a confirmed measles case linked to an ongoing outbreak in South Carolina.
The journal Science positively reviews a book criticizing gender surgery
Is it a sign of the times that this long book review, appearing in the “Science and Society” section of the prestigious journal Science, actually approves of a book questioning the ubiq…
New PS5 and PS4 jailbreak exploits trigger a 1,000% surge in prices for an obscure remaster of the 24-year-old Star Wars Racer Revenge, with copies reaching $300
Now this is jailbreaking
Tennessee QB Joey Aguilar has surgery to remove tumor from arm, per report
Aguilar threw for 3,565 yards this season, the third-most in the SEC
Chinese tech stocks charged into 2026 with an AI chip IPO surge and more listings lined up
Chinese AI and semiconductor stocks have rallied since the breakout of the China-made DeepSeek-R1 AI model in January 2025.
Beaumont leaders urge community to support local businesses in new year
As the new year begins, Beaumont small businesses and city leaders are encouraging the community to shop locally to boost economic growth. Trust Bistro, a downt
6 pillars of a healthier lifestyle in 2026, from experts on staying young
An NFL neurosurgeon and a brain health expert reveal longevity secrets beyond typical resolutions, including the surprising benefits of not retiring early.
Labour needs complete ‘reset’ to defeat threat posed by Reform UK, says strategist
New Labour advertising strategist Chris Powell says Reform are threat to democracy and urgent plan must ‘wage and win the daily war for attention’
This tiny plant is helping solve crimes
Moss may look insignificant, but it can carry a hidden forensic fingerprint. Because different moss species thrive in very specific micro-environments, tiny fragments can reveal exactly where a person has been. Researchers reviewing 150 years of cases found moss has helped solve crimes across multiple countries, including one case where it led investigators directly to a buried child. The study urges law enforcement to pay closer attention to these silent witnesses.
Japan business lobby chiefs urge government to tackle weak yen, media reports
Two major Japanese business lobbying groups called on the government to address the yen's weakness, which is inflating import costs and weighing on households and businesses, their chiefs told domestic media in separate interviews.
Chief Justice John Roberts pushes for judicial independence in history-heavy report
Chief Justice John Roberts touted the independence of the federal judiciary as a “counter-majoritarian check” and urged Americans rattled by partisan politics to keep faith with the Constitution.
The Houston Rockets Close 2025 With Five Hard Lessons
Houston's 2025 season reveals critical truths: urgency must be earned, defense is foundational, and structure fuels sustainable success.
Ohio health officials report state's first pediatric flu death this season, urge vaccinations
The Ohio Department of Health has reported the state's first pediatric flu death of the season.
Banner Health to enforce mandatory masking starting Jan. 1 due to flu surge
A major Arizona hospital system is set to mandate masking at all locations in the Valley and five other states due to rising flu cases.
Health experts urge older adults to stay ahead of illness with regular checkups
Preventative checkups have been proven to catch life-threatening health conditions early.
The year in Bay Area sports: Stories that show why 2025 was bigger and better
Steph Curry injured his hamstring and Fred Warner fractured his ankle, but it wasn’t all bad. The Valkyries’ rise and the 49ers’ late-season surge captured our attention.
NHS under ‘extraordinary pressure’ as amber cold alerts issued for all England
Hospitals brace for new year surge in sick patients as temperatures plummet and 95% of beds are full
A Look Back At 2025 In Science, From Federal Cuts To Space Junk | Science Friday
This has been a busy year in science, from government budget cuts and policy changes affecting research, to the record rise of renewables, to the surge in AI, and everything in betwee...
Duke Health limits hospital visitors due to rise in respiratory illness cases locally and nationally
The Duke University Health System stated that hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers will temporarily limit patient visitations, effective Tuesday, Jan. 6. The release added that the restrictions will be reviewed if and when respiratory illness cases decline.
Holiday business solid despite fewer visitors
The scourge of low snowfall affecting the Ketchum area and ski towns across the West has so far dampened but not doused holiday tourism activity, according to a mixture of
Save science funding so critical to Ohio’s future: John M. Herbert and Bern Kohler
For decades, federal science funding has enjoyed bipartisan support. We urge readers to contact their elected representatives and encourage them to pay it forward and resist the devastating proposed federal budget cuts, write guest columnists John M. Herbert, a Professor of Chemistry, and Bern Kohler, Ohio Eminent Scholar, both at Ohio State University.
Rockets Control Three Quarters, Pacers' Fourth Isn't Enough
Durant's 30 points fueled Houston's dominance. A late Pacers surge narrowed the gap, but Houston's control ultimately prevailed. Pacers leave empty-handed with a ninth straight loss in Houston.
Zack Polanski offering voters fantasy solutions, says head of Fabian Society
Joe Dromey, head of the Labour thinktank, urges his party to take on the ‘twin populisms’ of Reform UK and the Greens
Flu cases are surging and rates will likely get worse, new CDC data shows
Flu season is off to a rough start this year, according to new CDC data. The virus is spreading faster than in previous years and the surge is likely to get worse. Here's what you need to know.
College football transfer portal prices: Position‑by‑position ranges surge
A compressed Jan. 2–16 window is fueling fast moves and bigger deals. Here's what each position costs this cycle
2026 Predictions: Apple Will Reverse Its AI Slump
As AI has completely consumed the tech industry, Apple has held back from the colossal investments in the technology its peers have been making. Wall Street, pundits and media outlets have criticized and chronicled Apple’s stumbles and seeming lack of urgency in the AI arms race.Thatincludesus. ...
Explosive Audit Urges Dissolving Insolvent City Employee Health Fund
The review by Comptroller Brad Lander finds the joint city and municipal union fund owes billions to the city following contract deals that aimed to save money on health care.
Clippers hope to stay hot with scuffling Kings in town
The resurgent Los Angeles Clippers take a shot at a fifth consecutive lopsided win when they host the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.
Health officials warn of flu surge across ENC as peak season approaches
Medical facilities across ENC are witnessing a sharp spike in flu cases, some even seeing a nearly 3000% increase.
Omaha health officials report spike in respiratory illnesses, urge early treatment
Respiratory illnesses are surging across the metro area as flu and RSV cases spike several weeks earlier than usual, prompting doctors to warn residents about the importance of seeking timely medical care.
Why Americans are facing rising health insurance costs
Experts point to several factors behind the surge in health insurance prices, including general inflation, the growing use of high-cost prescription drugs, and consolidation among medical providers.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Receives National Recognition for Meritorious Outcomes from the American College Of Surgeons - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln announced today that the hospital has received national acclaim for excellence in surgical care, earning prestigious
Ilhan Omar disclosures show husband’s companies surged in value as Minnesota reels from $9B fraud
Disclosures show that companies owned by the husband of Rep. Ilhan Omar surged in value, from under $1,000 to up to $25 million, as investigations into Minnesota fraud continue.
Kosovo's 'political earthquake' election sees Kurti resurgent
An emphatic election victory for Kosovo's Prime Minister Albin Kurti marks a resurgence for the nationalist leader, ending a political deadlock in Europe's youngest state and potentially determining its domestic and international agenda for years.
The year measles came back
Doctors reflect on how the virus’s resurgence has affected their patients and themselves in 2025: “It’s been insane.”
Oklahoma's National Guard deployment to D.C. is a disheartening political stunt
I was disheartened to read that Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt is sending members of the Oklahoma National Guard to Washington, DC , to participate in the federal surge in the nation’s capital.
These businesses just opened in North Jersey. Get glasses, lunch, more
The Dawg House offers hot dogs, burgers in Hawthorne. JAG Physical Therapy has a location in Succasunna. Warby Parker is open in Ridgewood.
HDR wars, an AVR resurgence and OLED's continued dominance – here are our reviewers’ home cinema predictions for 2026
New OLED tech, surprise unveilings, a milestone for LED and more are on the cards
Record-breaking flu numbers reported in New York state, sparking warnings from officials
New York reports record flu surge with over 71,000 cases in one week - the highest since tracking began in 2004. Health officials urge vaccination.
Disneyland's current novelty is a $250 drink served from a cart
It's only available for a few weeks a year, and it's a different kind of splurge.
Kennedy magic: America's storied political dynasty roared back in 2025
This year was marked by the resurgence of the Kennedys, one of America’s dynasties, but in unexpected ways from MAHA to cancer to renaming a building.
Resurgent Clippers aim to extend win streak against Pistons
After a rare bump in the road, the Detroit Pistons will be out to regain their stride against the suddenly resurgent Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday at Inglewood, Calif.
New York City breaks a flu record as 2025 cases surge, state health officials say
Rainbow Six Siege Is Being Hacked, As Players Are Gifted 2 Billion Credits, While Ban Logs Are Spammed With Digs At Ubisoft
Content creators urge players to stay offline until the problem has been resolved, given the extent of the breach.
Beloved Middle Tennessee businesses that closed in 2025
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — From new restaurants opening to old favorites closing their doors after years of service, the dining scene in Middle Tennessee was busy in 2025. As some businesses saw lines wrapped around buildings for their much-anticipated openings, such as California-based burger chain In-N-Out, several beloved staples said goodbye for good. Here’s a […]
'Embarrass them': Trump urges DOJ to out any Dems in Epstein files
“The Dems are the ones who worked with Epstein," Trump said in a Dec. 26 social media post. “Release all of their names, embarrass them.”
Patients in Green Bay, Appleton got new options in 2025, with more on the way
From pediatric urgent care to a new rehabilitation hospital, here's what's recently opened and what's on the way for Green Bay, Appleton
We need to address the ‘cardiovascular deserts’ in health care: Lee Kirksey
For my part, I refuse to forget the communities like the one in which I grew up that represent the best of Ohio. Cardiovascular deserts are yet another dimension of health disparities that require political will, partnership and tailored strategies to address, writes guest columnist Dr. Lee Kirksey, a Cleveland vascular surgeon and health equity advocate.
I'm watching brain surgery to see if Alzheimer's can ever be cured
BBC health and science correspondent James Gallagher finds out if it is scientifically possible to ever cure Alzheimer's
Hornets carry modest momentum into clash with Magic
Hot-shooting rookie Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets look to continue a surge when they visit the Orlando Magic on Friday night.
All in the family: In 2026, a surge of politicians' kids are running for office
As voters clamor for change, a new generation of Pelosis, Kennedys, Kings and other powerful families are stepping up to keep their political legacies alive.
T.J. Watt returns to practice with Steelers weeks after surgery to fix partially collapsed lung
Islanders' Resurgence: Hope and Talent on Long Island
With the 2025 Christmas break underway, the New York Islanders hold onto the third spot in the Metropolitan Division. In […]
AFC North Recap Week 16: Steelers jump to overwhelming favorites
The Pittsburgh Steelers’ playoff odds surged in Week 16 while the Baltimore Ravens’ plummeted.
When Does the VA Cover Care at Non-VA Facilities?
Understanding community care, emergency coverage and urgent care rules under the VA MISSION Act.
Madeleine’s Shin Splint Scare Leads to Leg-Saving Play at MU Health Care
Madeleine cherished the camaraderie of college soccer, but recurring injuries — including a chronic stress fracture in her right tibia — ultimately ended her career and required surgery during Thanksgiving break in 2022. A surgical complication involving a nerve block caused severe damage, leading her surgeon to refer her to MU Health Care’s Limb Preservation Program.
19 states and D.C. sue HHS over effort to ban transgender care for minors
The declaration issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services called treatments like puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgeries unsafe and ineffective for children and adolescents experiencing gender dysphoria.
Has Fox’s 2025 Surge and Sports Focus Already Been Priced In?
Wondering if Fox is still a buy after its big run, or if the easy money has already been made? You are not alone, and that is exactly what we are going to unpack here. The stock has been on a tear, climbing 4.8% over the last week, 12.2% over the past month, and 50.5% year to date, with multi year returns of 150.6% over 3 years and 171.1% over 5 years reshaping investor expectations. Behind those gains, investors have been reacting to Fox's strategic push into live sports and news...
NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens Earns National Recognition As Center of Excellence In Surgical Safety - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens today announced its designation as a Center of Excellence in Surgical Safety: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)
Boston health officials issue warning amid 114% spike in flu cases
The city’s flu surge is happening about a month earlier this year, health officials said.